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Jacksonville Jaguars at Cincinnati Bengals

Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 1:00 PM EDT · Paycor Stadium

Game-window forecast72°F at kickoff · 0% precipitation risk · 3 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateSunday, October 4
Kickoff1:00 PM EDT
StadiumPaycor Stadium
LocationCincinnati, OH
Plan the day

A practical game-day timeline

Use this as a planning framework around the scheduled kickoff. Venue gate times, security procedures and tailgating rules can differ, so verify those details before you travel.

Pregame / tailgate planning10:00 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window11:30 AMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff1:00 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window4:15 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

Weather through the game

Updated 2 hr ago

Mild conditions should be comfortable for most fans. Rain risk is low.

Tailgate / pregame10:00 AM62°FFeels 60°F · 0% rain · 4 mph wind
Arrival window11:30 AM66°FFeels 64°F · 0% rain · 4 mph wind
Kickoff1:00 PM72°FFeels 72°F · 0% rain · 3 mph wind
Late game4:00 PM73°FFeels 72°F · 0% rain · 3 mph wind

Forecast is tied to the scheduled game window and will be refreshed as kickoff approaches.

Dress for the full game

What to wear

Mild conditions should be comfortable for most fans. Rain risk is low.

Light breathable clothingOptional light layer for later

These are weather-driven planning suggestions, not venue rules. Check the latest stadium policy and forecast before leaving.

Venue & trip

Get oriented before you go

Paycor Stadium

One Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH, 45202

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from Jacksonville to Cincinnati

Suggested outboundOct 3
Suggested returnOct 5
Approx. market distance615 mi
FlightsJAX → CVGSearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsOct 3 – Oct 5Search Expedia stays around Cincinnati Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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Keep planning around the teams

Jacksonville JaguarsSee upcoming Jaguars games→ Cincinnati BengalsSee upcoming Bengals games→
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